Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 14 · 2026-08-05
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The following information illustrates the average percentages of three types of nutrients in different meals and describes all them in the graph.
For ages, healthy diet creates a crucial role for our human beings in our daily routine along or physically strong. To begin with, these three graphs determines the quantity of sodium, saturated fat, and sugar added in the nutrients of our daily life in the United States Of America (USA).
To commence with, the percentage of dinner is far more in the all graphs like 43 percent sodium is include or also similar saturated fat 37 percent. The ratio of sugar is less in breakfast as compare to lunch which is far more. Furthermore, Snacks which are usually eat in brunch consumes to much sugar which is very harmful for health and creates several diseases like high blood sugar, blood pressure and colestrol etc. Afterwards, we should control our nutrietion and take the healthy meal which provides a good life.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response fails to adequately summarize the data. While it mentions the three nutrients, it does not provide a clear overview or highlight the most significant trends. The analysis is fragmented and lacks a logical structure, focusing on irrelevant personal opinions about health and diseases rather than reporting the data from the charts. The description of the figures is inaccurate and lacks precision; for instance, the claim that snacks are eaten in 'brunch' is not supported by the provided charts. To improve, you must focus strictly on describing the data presented, comparing the highest and lowest values across the four meal categories, and avoiding external commentary or medical advice.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response lacks a clear logical progression. While there are some attempts at cohesive devices like 'To begin with' and 'Furthermore', they are used mechanically and do not effectively link the ideas. The paragraphing is insufficient, as the entire response is essentially one block of text. The referencing is often unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the comparison between the different nutrients and meal types. To improve, ensure each paragraph has a clear focus and use linking words to connect sentences in a way that guides the reader through the data logically.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and often inaccurate. There are several spelling errors, such as 'colestrol' and 'nutrietion', and word choice issues, such as 'consumes to much sugar' instead of 'contains'. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to describe trends or data points precisely. You rely on basic, repetitive language that does not demonstrate the ability to use less common lexical items or precise collocations. To improve, focus on learning specific vocabulary for describing charts, such as 'proportion', 'significant', 'account for', and 'fluctuate', and pay closer attention to spelling.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication. There are issues with subject-verb agreement ('these three graphs determines'), incorrect preposition use, and awkward sentence structures ('healthy diet creates a crucial role for our human beings'). The range of structures is limited, and the attempts at complex sentences are often faulty. Punctuation is also inconsistent. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring that subjects and verbs agree, and practicing the correct use of articles and prepositions. Reviewing basic grammar rules will help reduce the frequency of these errors.
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